Pellissippi State Community College
Pellissippi State Community College (PSCC) is located in Knoxville, Tennessee. The school is operated by the Tennessee Board of Regents and it has four satellite campuses located in the general area. PSCC is a public community college that was established back in 1974. It is fully accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. There are associate’s degree programs, certificate programs, and many college transfer options. PSCC even has various online class options for students who need the extra convenience. This school has proven to be a great option for anyone in the community who is looking to further his or her education or career prospects.
The PSCC nursing program offers students an opportunity to earn associate’s degrees in nursing. The school has a traditional pathway to becoming a registered nurse and a bridge program for current LPNs. Graduates of this nursing program will be capable of functioning as professional registered nurses in a variety of different medical settings. This nursing program is approved by the Tennessee State Board of Nursing and accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).
Institution Overview
Campus LocaleLarge Suburb |
Number of Students11,168 |
Student to Faculty Ratio20:1 |
Is Admission OpenYes |
Religious Affiliation - |
Level2-year |
TypePublic |
On Campus Housing- |
Retention Rate53% |
Nursing Programs
Nursing Programs Graduates (2017-2018 academic year)
Number of Graduates | ||
---|---|---|
Degree type | Men | Women |
Associate's degree | 20 | 68 |
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Accreditations
Institutional Accreditations
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges 01/01/1977 - Current |
Nursing Programs Accreditations
Nursing (ADNUR) - Associate degree programs ACEN 03/01/2013 - Current |
Admission
100%
Acceptance RateCost to Attend
The following table details the reported cost of attendance per credit hour for the 2017-2018 academic year.
Undergrad courses | ||
---|---|---|
In District Students | $160/credit | |
In State Students | $160/credit | |
Out of State Students | $659/credit |
Graduate courses | ||
---|---|---|
In District Students | - | |
In State Students | - | |
Out of State Students | - |
Tuition Estimates
Based on the above credit hour costs, here is a sample tuition for different nursing programs.
Program | Credit Hours | In district | In State | Out of State |
---|---|---|---|---|
LPN | 45 | $7,200 | $7,200 | $29,655 |
ADN | 70 | $11,200 | $11,200 | $46,130 |
BSN | 125 | $20,000 | $20,000 | $82,375 |
If you attend a private, for-profit school, usually the additional cost (besides tuition) is about 10% of the tuition. If you attend a public school or a not-for-profit private school, the additional cost is around 50% of the tuition.
Financial Aid
In 2017-2018 academic year, 94% of Pellissippi State Community College's students received financial aid. Below is the breakdown of the financial aid provided to students.
Students Receiving Aid | Average Amount/Student | |
---|---|---|
Pell Grant | 48% | $4,241 |
Other Federal Grant | 4% | $715 |
State Grant & Scholarships | 84% | $3,248 |
Institutional Grant & Scholarships | 2% | $1,776 |
Federal Student Loans | 9% | $4,198 |
Private Loans | 1% | $9,504 |
$6,627
Average Net PriceAverage Net Price by Family Income
Less than $30,000$5,376 |
$30,001 to $48,000$6,000 |
$48,001 to $75,000$7,786 |
$75,001 to $110,000$9,141 |
Over $110,000$10,327 |
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Student Population
11,168
Undergrads
0
Graduates
5,924
Women
5,244
Men
48%
Full-time
52%
Par-time
Ethnic Diversity
White |
82% |
Black/African American |
7% |
Hispanic |
4% |
Two or more races |
4% |
Asian |
2% |
Non-resident alien |
1% |
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander |
0% |
Race/ethnicity unknown |
0% |
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Data source: https://nces.ed.gov (2017-2018 colleges survey) and Tennessee state board of nursing.